Dutch Musculoskeletal Questionnaire: description and basic qualities
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Research indicates that the Dutch Musculoskeletal Questionnaire is a useful tool for gauging physiologic stress among groups of workers. The 63-question survey consists of seven indices, including repetitive load, dynamic and static load, vibration, force, climatic factors and ergonomic factors, for addressing sitting, standing, walking and uncomfortable postures.
Publication Name: Ergonomics
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0014-0139
Year: 2001
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Musculoskeletal symptoms and workload in 12 branches of Dutch agriculture
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Risk factors associated with musculoskeletal symptoms and workload were studied for Dutch agricultural workers and employers. Low-back pain, neck-shoulder and elbow problems were the most prevalent symptoms in different farm work. Arboriculture and protective vegetable growing pose high risks and musculoskeletal morbidity.
Publication Name: Ergonomics
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0014-0139
Year: 1995
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Enhancing the impact of ergonomics interventions
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A study is conducted to provide recommendations for ergonomists involved in project design and evaluation. Twelve research and consultancy projects involving ergonomics interventions in a variety of settings in The Netherlands are analyzed to identify factors important to success.
Publication Name: Ergonomics
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0014-0139
Year: 2005
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